Great Escape Inn

Bed was excellent, AC very noise

This was a great find for the price and area. Room was very clean and the beds were clean and comfortable. Kitchenette was a pleasant surprise. They have a pool that, due to weather and schedule, I did not get to use. The front desk is not 24 hours which is fine with me since I only use it for check in/out. They do make special arrangements if you arrive after hours. The two front desk clerks I dealt with were very friendly and helpful. Also, a major concern in another review was that they use old style keys instead of key cards. But with all the issues with key cards, I actually preferred this. The person who commented about this was worried about previous guests making copies and gaining entrance to the room. But, while in the room, there is a deadbolt you can lock which there is no key given for. There is an entrance to the beach right around the corner on Washingtonia. A short trip to the north is a strip mall including a First Watch and a CVS. A short trip to the south takes you to an area with shops and restaurants. I didn't notice any ice or vending machines but these are unnecessary since you have a fridge in the room. I would definitely recommend this place and I plan to return when I am in the area again.

If you are looking for budget friendly lodging this is a great place. Clean rooms, hotel owner introduced himself to us, the staff made us feel welcome.

We love Lauderdale by the sea, and this is central and very good value for money.

All was great.